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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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