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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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