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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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