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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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