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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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