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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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