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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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