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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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