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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these open education ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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