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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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