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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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