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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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