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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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