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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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