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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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