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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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