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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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