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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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