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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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