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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major 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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