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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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