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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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