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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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