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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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