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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in elearning are enabling students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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