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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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