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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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