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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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