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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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