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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are enabling students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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