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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational experiments. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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