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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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