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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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