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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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