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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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