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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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