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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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