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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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