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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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