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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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