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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education