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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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