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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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