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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning enable people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open education experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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