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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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