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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better understand these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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