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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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