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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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