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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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