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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning are enabling learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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