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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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