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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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