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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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