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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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