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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the key 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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