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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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