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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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