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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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