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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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