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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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