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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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