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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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