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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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