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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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