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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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