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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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