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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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