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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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