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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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