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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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