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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses 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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