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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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