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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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