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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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