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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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