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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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