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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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