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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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