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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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