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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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