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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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