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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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