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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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