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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important 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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