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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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