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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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