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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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