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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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