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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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