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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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