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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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