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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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