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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Haiti to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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