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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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