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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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