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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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