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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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