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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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