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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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