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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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