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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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