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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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