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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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