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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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