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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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