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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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