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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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