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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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