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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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