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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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