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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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