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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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