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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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