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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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