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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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