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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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