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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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