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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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