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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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