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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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