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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Austria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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