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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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