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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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