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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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