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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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