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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online education technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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