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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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