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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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