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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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