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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to understand these promising new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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