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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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