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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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