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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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