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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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