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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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