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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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