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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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