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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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