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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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