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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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