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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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