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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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