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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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