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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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