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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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