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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online education are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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