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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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