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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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