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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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