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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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