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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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