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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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