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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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