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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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