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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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