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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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