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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better understand these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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