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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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