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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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