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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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