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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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