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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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