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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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