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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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