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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in online learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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