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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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