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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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