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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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