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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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