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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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