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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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