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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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