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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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