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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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