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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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