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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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