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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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