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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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