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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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