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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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