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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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