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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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