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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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