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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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