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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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