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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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