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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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