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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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