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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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