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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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