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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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