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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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