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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition