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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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