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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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