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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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