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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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