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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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