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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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