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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the major 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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