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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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