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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology enable humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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