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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the key 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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