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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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