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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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