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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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