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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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