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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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