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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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