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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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