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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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