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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning have empowered people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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