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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education