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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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