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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education experiments. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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