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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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