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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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