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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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