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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning are enabling students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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