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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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