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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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