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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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