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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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