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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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