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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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