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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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