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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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