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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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