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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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