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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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