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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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