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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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