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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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