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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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