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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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