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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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