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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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