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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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