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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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