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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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