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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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