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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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