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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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