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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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