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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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