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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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