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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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