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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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