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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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