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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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