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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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