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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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