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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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