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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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