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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Syria to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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