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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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