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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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