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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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