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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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