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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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