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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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