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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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