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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses 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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