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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Corporations want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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