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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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