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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to understand these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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