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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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