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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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