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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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