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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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