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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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