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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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