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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education technology enable students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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