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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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