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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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