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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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