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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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