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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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