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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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