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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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