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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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