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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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