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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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