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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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