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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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