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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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