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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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