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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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