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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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