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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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