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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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