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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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