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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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