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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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