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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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