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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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