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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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