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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student 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 e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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