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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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