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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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