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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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