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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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