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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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