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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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