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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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