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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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