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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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