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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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