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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)