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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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