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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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