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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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