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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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