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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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