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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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