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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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