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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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