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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning enable students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education