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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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