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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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