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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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