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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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