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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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