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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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