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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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