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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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