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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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