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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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