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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes 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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