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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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