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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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