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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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