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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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