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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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