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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the 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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