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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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