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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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