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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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