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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand these promising new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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