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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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