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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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