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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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