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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand these open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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