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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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