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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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