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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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