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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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