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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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