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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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