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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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