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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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