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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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