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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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