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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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