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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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