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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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