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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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