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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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