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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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