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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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