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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates 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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