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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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