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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources