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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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