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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in elearning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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