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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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