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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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