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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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