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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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