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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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