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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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