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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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