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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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