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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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