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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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