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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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