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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education