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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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