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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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