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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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