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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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