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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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