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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open education experiments. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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