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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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