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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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