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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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