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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education experiments. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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