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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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