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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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