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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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