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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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