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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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