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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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