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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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