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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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