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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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