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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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