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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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