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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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