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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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