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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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