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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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