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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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