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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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