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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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