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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with 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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