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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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