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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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