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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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