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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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