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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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