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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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