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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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