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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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