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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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