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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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