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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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