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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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