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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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