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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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