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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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