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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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