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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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