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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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