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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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