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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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