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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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