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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Armenia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these open educational experiments. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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