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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning are enabling humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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