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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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