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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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