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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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