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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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