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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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