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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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