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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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