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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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