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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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