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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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