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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major 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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