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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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