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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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