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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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