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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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