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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the major 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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