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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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