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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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