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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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