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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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