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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources