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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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