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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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