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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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