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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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