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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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