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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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