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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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