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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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