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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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