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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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