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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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