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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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