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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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