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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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