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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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