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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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