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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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