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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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