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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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