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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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