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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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