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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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