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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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