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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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