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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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