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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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