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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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