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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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