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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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