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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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