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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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