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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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