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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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