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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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