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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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