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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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