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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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