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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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