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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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