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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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