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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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