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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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