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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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