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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates the key 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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