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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high 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 available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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