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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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