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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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