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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand these open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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