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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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