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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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