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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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