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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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