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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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