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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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