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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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