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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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