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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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