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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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