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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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