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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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