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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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