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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the major 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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